Short answer
Shraddham (from ₹4,100) is done every year on the tithi of a parent’s death and during Pitru Paksha. Pitru Dosh puja (from ₹9,100) is done when the horoscope shows pitru dosha, often on Amavasya.
Next Amavasya dates
| Date | Observance |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, 8 December 2026 | Amavasya |
| Thursday, 7 January 2027 | Amavasya |
| Saturday, 6 February 2027 | Amavasya |
For sunrise at Hyderabad, checked against Drik Panchang; another city can differ by a day.
Pujas to book
Frequently asked questions
Which puja is done for ancestors (pitru)?
Shraddham (from ₹4,100) is done every year on the tithi of a parent’s death and during Pitru Paksha. Pitru Dosh puja (from ₹9,100) is done when the horoscope shows pitru dosha, often on Amavasya.
Who should perform Shraddham?
Traditionally the son or a male family member; the pandit guides every step.